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WatchProSite forum member 'watch lawyer' seeks the community's expert advice on a significant Patek Philippe acquisition. Grappling with wrist presence issues, 'watch lawyer' considers trading a Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre for either a Patek Philippe Ref. 5396 or Ref. 5205. This discussion highlights the nuanced decision-making process collectors face when balancing personal comfort, aesthetic preferences, and horological value.
Patek Philippe Reference 5205
The Reference 5205 represents Patek Philippe's annual calendar offering within the complications category. This 40mm timepiece displays day, date, month, moon phase, and 24-hour indication, positioning it as a multi-function dress watch that requires adjustment only once per year at the end of February.
The 40mm case is available in 18k white gold, 18k rose gold, or platinum, featuring a smooth bezel and sapphire crystal with 30-meter water resistance. The automatic Caliber 324 S QA LU 24H provides 45 hours of power reserve. Each example comes fitted with a leather strap and deployant clasp.
In production from 2010 to present, the 5205 appeals to collectors seeking Patek Philippe's annual calendar complication in a contemporary case size. The availability across three precious metal options allows for different aesthetic preferences while maintaining the same movement and case proportions throughout the reference's production run.
The 5396. It has a great size, the moon is not as spectacular then on your JLC though. However, your watch is classy but a bit more "modern" then 5396, so this could favor the 5205 for you. But in terms of size, i guess you will like the 5396. The version with sector dial would be my favorite. All the best
I am also not a real JLC watch man. U have small wrists i guess, so here are experts who can help u to find a Pattek who fits on your wrist. Pattek is also not my thing, but say Ulysse Nardin and i am over the moon. And see that F.P. Journe chronometer in blue, it touch every single vain of tru craftmanship.
You need to go to an AD and try both if possible. The 5205 (40mm) wears thicker and comes w a pin buckle. The annual calendar layout is more legible as well. The 5396 (38.5mm) is a touch thinner and smaller and comes w a deployant buckle. Both should be the same price. IMO, 5205 is a bit more modern and the 5396 more traditional. You can’t go wrong with either!
Other Pateks in the collection? 5205 is a great modern AC, but I wouldn’t give up a Duometre for it. It is a stunning and innovative watch.
Very silly idea to buy softish brands in the first place...... Even sillier to sell these said brands to buy popular brands....... PERHAPS I CAN GIVE YOU 2 WORDS OF ADVICE "PATEK and ROLEX"
As the others said, if you are not wearing it - then why not change to something you are happy with. But I certainly do not subscribe to the two words advice "Patek and Rolex". I think that is an overly narrow and simplistic point of view. The watch world out there is way bigger, more interesting and definitely more satisfying than buying P or R (hoping for a gain in future). No doubt, it is icing on the cake if you come out positive when you sell. But I don't think it is a guiding criteria when
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